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Over the last few years, there's been a clear shift underway at the $4 billion Godrej Group. Once a staid India-focused business it has now firmly established itself as an Indian MNC to watch out for. From 15 per cent in 2009-10, almost 50 per cent of flagship company Godrej Consumer Products' revenues now come from international markets. At the group level, it has a stated 10x10 strategy, to grow ten times in ten years both organically and inorganically, and international business is an important focus area.

In an interview with ET Now, Adi Godrej, Chairman, Godrej Group, shares his views on the 100 days of Modi government. Excerpts: ET Now: What, according to you, would be the two or three key highlights of the new government in its first 100-days? Adi Godrej: The new government had started off very well and made major announcements in many different spheres, which are now having a positive effect, in the sense that the stock market has reacted extremely well. They have taken several steps on FDI, on containing inflation in vegetables as well as in petroleum products, in which they are helped by the fact that the international commodity prices have cooled down.

In an interview with ET Now, Adi Godrej, Chairman, Godrej Group, expresses his views on the Budget. Excerpts: ET Now: Do you think today's budget has ticked all the boxes? What is your first take -- thumbs up or thumbs down? Adi Godrej: It is a very pragmatic budget. It should address a lot of issues on the lack of investment, on growth and other areas. He has taken some steps to correct excise duties and import duties, which have affected businesses in various sectors, including some of ours.

NEW DELHI: There are clear and loud indications that the government is growth-minded and will work towards easing restrictions, feels Adi Godrej , Chairman of the Godrej Group . "I expect them to act on that. I expect the GDP growth rate to touch 8% in 2015-16," Godrej told ET when asked about his expectations from Budget 2014 . "I also see that the prime minister has evolved into a mature statesman and that is another good sign," Godrej said. Talking about the critical reforms that should be announced by Finance Minister Arun Jaitley, Godrej said, "A GST will be the most important action, but it may need a constitutional amendment.

NEW DELHI: Diversified group Godrej has come out with a series of music videos in collaboration with Whistling Woods International Institute for Film Fashion & Media (WWI) as part of the new brand campaign. WWI is founded by filmmaker Subhash Ghai . The new campaign will be a continuation of the one launched in 2013 featuring Aamir Khan , showcasing innovative products, Godrej said in a statement. "One of Godrej's brand's pillars is "Expression" and this project explores new avenues of expression for its campaign idea," said Godrej.

NEW DELHI: Godrej Group today said it has manufactured a nitric acid absorber with a 51 meter tall column, which is one of the largest in the world, for Australia-based Yara Pilbara Nitrate facility. It was manufactured by the Process Equipment Division of Godrej & Boyce from the Godrej Group and would be transported from the Mumbai port, the company said in a statement. The order was received by Spanish Engineering Procurement and Construction contractor Tecnicas Reunidas . Commenting on this Godrej Process Equipment Executive Vice President & Head Allen B Antao said: "This equipment showcases Godrej's engineering capabilities and the increasing reliance of global customers on Indian companies such as ours for their requirements of high technology products, worldwide".

MUMBAI: Realty developer Godrej Properties has entered into a joint venture to develop a residential project at Keshavnagar in Pune. The project will be spread over 43 acres and offer around 2.8 million sq ft of saleable area, the company said in a release. As part of the agreement, Godrej Properties will receive 35% of the profits from the project. The real estate development arm of the Godrej Group will be developing the project as a premium residential development.

MUMBAI: IDBI Trusteeship Services today offloaded 3.64 lakh shares of Geometric for over Rs four crore, amid reports of a private equity player eyeing Godrej group's stake in the software service provider. According to information available with the bourses, IDBI Trusteeship Services sold 3,64,690 shares of Geometric through the open market route. The shares were offloaded at an average price of Rs 119.65, valuing the transaction at Rs 4.36 crore. However, the identity of buyer(s)

MUMBAI: In the fight for talent at top business schools, a handful of companies are using a targeted strategy to stand out. A combination of factors including previous experience, institute strengths and student interest have led to companies like Philips India , the RPG Group and Godrej Group visiting specific B-schools to hire for specific business functions. From the organisations' standpoint, there are several advantages to the targeted hiring method. For one, it makes sense to capitalise on the tried-and-tested individual competencies created by certain B-schools.

DUBAI: Godrej has launched an exclusive experience centre, spanning across 4,200 sq metres, in Dubai in partnership with a leading local business conglomerate. The centre showcases furniture for offices, laboratories and health care segments, security products and locking solutions . It has several features such as a replica of a bank vault room with strong room door and locker cabinets inside. The centre has been launched by Godrej group in collaboration with the Zayani and Company . "By launching this showroom in the UAE with our long-time partners Zayani & Company, we are cementing our strong commitment to the development of business in this region," said Vikas Choudaha, senior vice-president and head commercial, Godrej & Boyce Manufacturing Co Ltd. "As a part of our commitment to bring the company closer to our customers in Middle East and North Africa, we have set up offices in the UAE and Saudi Arabia," he said.